30 SEPTEMBER, 2022 - COUNCIL’S DRAFT UNSEALED ROADS IMPROVEMENT PLAN

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is seeking feedback on the ‘draft’ Unsealed Roads Improvement Plan, to ensure the review provided accurately represents the needs and requirements of Cassowary Coast residents.

Asset Sustainability portfolio holder, Councillor Barry Barnes, said local roads along with footpaths, trials and cycleways were identified as the highest priority by residents within the Community Scorecard.

“Council recognises current community priority is to see active improvements within these areas, and as a result, wants to ensure adequate consultation is made on the ‘draft’ Unsealed Road Report.

“The basis of the report comes from an external review undertaken by industry experts on Council’s management and maintenance techniques on our unsealed roads.  

“Council is seeking feedback, particularly in regard to identified initiatives to improve our service to the community.

“The report outlines an Improvement Plan with short, medium and long-term timeframes.

“There is some ‘low hanging fruit’ that can make a very positive change, while others will take more time and might be more costly or difficult to implement.

“Council understands that living within a high rainfall region creates other needs compared to other areas of the State.

“Council encourages the community to review these initiatives and provide feedback as to whether any should be changed, reprioritised or removed,” said Councillor Barnes.

To review the ‘draft’ Unsealed Roads Improvement Plan in full, visit yoursay.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/unsealed-roads-improvement-plan  and submit your feedback for consideration.                                   

For further information contact Council at 1300 763 903 or email enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au.